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THE REVIEW
Starting by mentioning the independent circuit might be a bit reckless when introducing these two artists.
Sonja Glass and Valeska Steiner are respectively a bassist and a voice/guitarist who form the duo BOY.
The two met in 2005 at the University of Music and Theatre in Hamburg, and decided a few years later to try composing songs together; something they certainly succeeded in.
They were thus discovered after a few performances by the German indie guru Herbert Grönemeyer (Grönland records), through whom they released their first album, Mutual Friends. The guy is famous in his field for his methodical work ethic; absolute (and fair) artistic freedom and annual numerical limits on record contracts.
Their intimate approach to songwriting, between folk and indie pop, wins over audiences even outside of Europe, making it unusual to define them as niche.
The album is indeed certified gold for sales.
The successful single Little Numbers accompanies a Lufthansa commercial and starts making its way onto radios around the globe.
The songs that, in the opinion of the writer, best represent the batch are Skin and Drive Darling. Apparent pop lightheartedness that lets flow two texts dealing with the relentless passage of time, goodbyes, and the superficiality with which existential voids are filled.
Simple and fluent, we don't always need revolutions to immerse ourselves in contemporaneity.
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BOY, a duo formed by Sonja Glass and Valeska Steiner, released their debut album Mutual Friends blending indie pop and folk elements. Discovered by German music icon Herbert Grönemeyer, the album achieved gold status and worldwide recognition. The single 'Little Numbers' gained broad exposure, including a Lufthansa commercial. The album's lyrical themes focus on time, goodbyes, and existential reflections. Overall, the music is approachable yet profound, resonating with a broad audience.Tracklist
BOY
BOY is a Swiss-German duo formed by Sonja Glass and Valeska Steiner. They met in 2005 at the University of Music and Theatre in Hamburg and later released their debut album Mutual Friends. The album includes the single 'Little Numbers', which received wide exposure (including a Lufthansa commercial) and the album achieved gold certification.01 Reviews
